Mateusz Gamrot vs. Arman Tsarukyan full fight video highlights

Watch Mateusz Gamrot vs. Arman Tsarukyan full fight video highlights from the UFC Vegas 57 main event, courtesy of the UFC.

UFC Vegas 57 took place June 25 at UFC APEX in Las Vegas. In a five-round bout, top lightweight competitors Mateusz Gamrot vs. Arman Tsarukyan were matched up on ESPN+ and ESPN. Catch more video highlights below.

For more information on Gamrot vs. Tsarukyan visit the live blog of MMA Fighting’s Jed Meshew.

Round 1: Both men come out in orthodox and it’s a matter of time until we see some wrestling, as both men use it heavily. Tsarukyan begins with kicks. We get into it fast with Tsarukyan doing a double and Gamrot getting in on the action. Gamrot is deep on a single but Tsarukyan’s balance is excellent and he is able to hop out. It was quick to get started.

Back at range and Gamrot goes for a knee tap that he abandons quickly. Tsarukyan is active with his feet, using low kicks. Tsarukyan looks noticeably thicker than Gamrot and when Gamrot throws a kick of his own, Tsarukyan plows him over with a blast double. Gamrot backs to the fence and he’s working to his feet but a scramble! Tsarukyan is holding onto but Gamrot gave him a roll and now he has a backbody lock. We’re back at space again, with Tsarukyan able to release the grip. Torrid pace.

A head kick just glances off Gamrot’s head but he’s none the worse for wear. Gamrot is able to catch one kick from Tsarukyan. Tsarukyan tries to climb up, but Gamrot is too flexible. He just hops off. Tsarukyan kicks him in the back and they reset. Gamrot shoots, Tsarukyan steps over and Gamrot immediately rolls through and he almost has the back but Tsarukyan is able to step out. Gamrot remains on his ankle, but there is no joy. The round ends.

MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9 Tsarukyan.

Round 2: If these two men are the future of lightweight, the division is in good hands. The first round was intense.

Gamrot is caught by Tsarukyan as he steps in to stop him. Gamrot attempts to make it a takedown, but that is not what he’s getting against Tsarukyan. Gamrot is going to need to commit to striking because his focus on takedowns means he’s getting out-pointed by kicks.

Gamrot appears to have agreed with Gamrot and wings an overhand left. Tsarukyan fires back with a combination. Gamrot is being made to work by Tsarukyan and Gamrot responds with a combination. This one was slapped.

Gamrot looks like he’s trying to figure out what to do now. He is slow and can’t reach close enough for good shots. Tsarukyan shoots a double but he gets sprawled. So Tsarukyan gets up and kicks the calf again.

Tsarukyan shoots another double but Gamrot is equal to it and then uses a whizzer to attempt a reversal. Tsarukyan holding position in a 50/50 and finally is able to break free. Back at range and Tsarukyan is kicking and kicking and Gamrot isn’t doing enough on the feet.

More kicks from Tsarukyan and Gamrot struggling to find a range he is comfortable in. Tsarukyan presses Gamrot to keep up the pace before the end of the round.

MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9 Tsarukyan, 20-18 Tsarukyan overall.

Round 3: Honestly, I kind of wish this was just a grappling match because the scrambles have been divine, the kickboxing merely okay.

Tsarukyan begins the third leg with a powerful body kick. Gamrot cannot get any. He does get off a good right hand on the break.

Tsarukyan takes the kicks from Gamrot, but Gamrot stays further out and continues to take them away. Tsarukyan comes in with a strong left hand. Gamrot tries to drop for a leg, but he is unable to do so. Gamrot now taking the lead and getting his boxing going. Jabs have started to succeed for him and he gets on the hips for a double and drags Tsarukyan down but Tsarukyan pops right back up. They’re along the fence now with Gamrot holding a back body lock while Tsarukyan tries to break free.

Gamrot stays sticky and continues to chip away at the knees until his hamstrings. Tsarukyan trying to get out but Gamrot is able to drag him down again and he gets a hook in this time! Tsarukyan looking like he might be tiring some but he’s back up and he’s able to work out of the position finally.

Tsarukyan coming forward now, perhaps feeling behind in the round. Gamrot tries to sabotage him with a double leg, but Tsarukyan keeps his foot on the one leg. Now it’s Gamrot doing all of the balance. He is able to do it and even lands some right hands. Tsarukyan uses a spinning attack on the big. Both men exchange with punches and land. Tsarukyan starting to load up, perhaps because he hasn’t been able to hurt Gamrot, but it’s getting him countered.

MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9 Gamrot, 29-28 Tsarukyan overall.

Round 4: At this point it appears that Gamrot is the better boxer, when he commits to it, but Tsarukyan has been able to keep him in kicking range and that’s where he’s made his money. Gamrot made adjustments, so it will be interesting to see what happens in the championship rounds.

Gamrot assumes control and scores a huge right-hand. Tsarukyan fires back and Gamrot charges in and forces a clinch. Some in-fighting but nothing happens. When they break Tsarukyan lands a loose head kick. Gamrot lands a big right hand shortly after.

Gamrot lands another right hand. Tsarukyan attempts to throw some hands. Tsarukyan now cut under the left eye. Tsarukyan’s missed left hand results in a backfist. Gamrot is able to drop for a leg, but Tsarukyan can sprawl. Gamrot staying on him though and he powers through and has the back driving Tsarukyan to the fence. Tsarukyan won’t go to ground though and he breaks the grip.

Gamrot is really starting to put on pressure now and Tsarukyan may be fading some. He is backing up more. Tsarukyan charges forward to back Gamrot off and lands a combo. Tsarukyan coming forward and lands a heavy body kick but Gamrot catches it and drives in for a takedown. Gamrot holds the body lock and Tsarukyan knees along the fence. Mat return for Gamrot who gets a hook in this time and he’s in space!

Tsarukyan trying to get to the fence but Gamrot gets both hooks in and he’s got full back control. Tsarukyan scrambles and he’s now sitting against the fence with Gamrot on his hips when the round ends.

MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9 Gamrot, 38-38 overall.

Round 5: Tough to score but it feels like whoever wins the fifth wins the fight. 5 minutes for a lifetime.

Both are fresh and ready for the fifth round. Gamrot scores a huge right hand to begin. Tsarukyan chops a huge leg kick that puts Gamrot to the canvas. He’s up again though and lands a nice 1-2. Tsarukyan moves around easily and fires off a double.

Gamrot lands a power shot in a big exchange. Tsarukyan backing up and Gamrot shoots his best double of the night and passes right through to back control! Bravo! Tsarukyan is already moving towards the fence, but he eventually gets up. Gamrot still holding the body lock but can’t get the takedown and Tsarukyan breaks free.

In space, Tsarukyan goes for an awful spinning back fist that Gamrot tries to shoot under but fails. Both men get punches. Tsarukyan steps in with some jabs but Gamrot lands a big right hand. Body kick from Tsarukyan. 2 minutes.

Exchange from both men. This is one hell of a scrap. Gamrot wins a huge right. Tsarukyan lands two in return. Gamrot drives one a double but gets sprawled and now Tsarukyan is holding a front headlock. They separate.

Tsarukyan comes forward. Gamrot hits a right-hand. Tsarukyan coming forward and lands a body kick. Gamrot lands a big jab. And a big right hand. Tsarukyan is still moving forward. Gamrot drives a power double and finishes it! Tsarukyan to the fence and up but Gamrot on him and has the back. Gamrot equals Tsarukyan’s gramby roll, but he tries. Tsarukyan reverses position with 5 seconds and ends in sprawl position.

TREMENDOUS fight. …

could have scores.

MMA Fighting scores the round 10-9 Gamrot, 48-47 Gamrot overall.